Grades 3-5. Each month we will read a book from a different genre, then discuss the book. We will follow up with a group activity.Register for June and receive a free copy of the book that you can keep.

Feel Free to bring a snack while we discuss the book.

June 18: Nocturnals: The Fallen Star

July 16: The Fourteenth Goldfish

Meets at the Cary Ale House. Eat, drink, and talk shop about books with others in their 20’s and 30’s. Each meeting we discuss a title chosen by the group. If you’re interested in joining or to find out the current title, please email roberhauser@caryarealibrary.info.

When it comes to mental health, it’s important to be proactive. Learn about the resources the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) McHenry County provides to help people lead fulfilling and productive lives and maintain a state of well-being.

The program is geared for ages 5-12. During a midnight meteor shower, something mysterious falls from the sky toward Earth — but it’s not a shooting star. Two curious kids venture into the forest to investigate and find themselves mixed up with a family of visitors from another planet! Pursued by a crazy space scientist, they must risk everything to rescue the aliens and get them back to their spaceship — before it’s too late!

Don’t miss this action-packed and educational alien adventure using science experiments for special effects. It's totally out of this world!

Grades 6-12. Come play magic the gathering! Both experienced and new players are welcome. You can bring your own cards or use one of our starter decks. Library staff and volunteers will be available to teach rules to beginners.

June: How much water can a penny hold before it breaks? Let's explore water tension.

Magician Trent James is bringing a fresh feel to the classic magic show. This high energy performance combines mind-boggling magic with gut busting humor. Trent is quickly becoming one of the top magician in the country and is the youngest recipient of the Milbourne Christopher Award (past winners include David Copperfield and Penn & Teller).

Ages 5 & Up. Do you want to learn magic tricks? Get a peek into Trent James's

magicians book of secrets.You will learn a handful of amazing magic tricks and

get to keep all the props.

Grades 6-12. Bring a friend and play Super Smash Bros. for the Wii U and other Wii U or Xbox One games on the big screen. Snacks provided. No registration required.

Join our book group for a lively discussion. Books are available each month at the Circulation Desk.

Chef Susan Maddox will demo recipes featuring ice creams, fruit desserts,and other sweet treats to enjoy during these hot Summer months.

Grades 3-5. Garden gnomes bring good luck!  Let’s paint clay pots to make a garden gnome to decorate the garden.  Using non-washable paint so dress accordingly. Limit 16 students

Join our book group for a lively discussion. Books are available each month at the Circulation Desk.

Ages 9-Adult. Work with a partner to build one of the LEGO EV3 robot models that come with the education kit. Download the model program to activate your robot! Adults not required, but this is a great chance for parents or grandparents to share a STEM activity with your child.Register for each class.  Limit 20

Grades 4-5.Cardboard Construction: Learn about constructing simple devices in this fun workshop. Participants will make a “grabber” out of cardboard and well as a “shooter”.